The Luck of the Irish

Every year since Elise was born I sang to her, and now Corinne the song 'When Irish Eyes are Smiling.' By the time both girls were three they could sing it on their own.

This song goes back to my childhood. It's one of the good memories of Catholic School (Actually Catholic School wasn't bad:) It touches my heart to know my girls love it too.

Elise has show and tell on Thursdays. I told her she should sing this song. She was a little reluctant to do it on her own. So I volunteered to sing along. Both the teacher and Aide were in tears. Her classmates thought it was a very nice song:)

Elise is an amazing girl! At the age of six to be able to sing in crowds is an accomplishment.

The day did take an unfortunate turn. We were in transit to pick up Elise from school to attend a St Patrick's Day party (kids style) when my car decided to die. I was a desperate mother and made sure to call the school told to get their bus. Luckily we weren't far from home. I got the stroller out put Corinne in (with the cupcakes I had made for the party of course). As I was pushing the stroller down a busy road one of my Mom friends pulls over to ask if I was speed walking:) I explained the situation and she quickly drove me home. Just in time to meet Elise's bus...sigh.

I could easily be upset by these events, but it was such a good day!!! I'm just thankful it happened before we ventured on the Interstate.

The three things I feel thankful for:

1. I'm fortunate to live in a wonderful community where someone that doesn't know me that well would stop to help. Thank you Carisa! I feel like Norm at Cheers where every one knows my name.


2. I'm lucky I have an index file in my head so I knew who to call and where to tow my car


3. I'm lucky I made sure to take those Cupcakes because it was a great distraction with the girls when I was talking to AAA.

I also feel proud that I could deal with this on my own without help of hubby. He was concerned, but was in Boston and nothing he could do. I can't be mad in these situations you do what you have to do.

Tomorrow we will find out the verdict of my car, but today I'm just thankful for the support I have around me.

My Irish Eyes are Smiling:)

Run Mommy Run!

Today I did my first 5k with my dear friend Michele. The Funny Runner decided to venture outside.

I started running in October on my treadmill. New Years Day I ventured outside. If it wasn't for the encouragement, nudge of my friend Sara I would have never had enough confidence to run outside. I also needed to have a running buddy. Michele is the best!!!. No one likes to get up at 5:30 but we both do it. This winter has been tough so we are both excited for the spring.

We ran the Celtic 5k in Worcester. I was so excited by the shirt! Being an Irish girl running before a St Patrick's Day Parade is my thing. It was chilly but not the extreme cold we have experienced this winter. It wasn't raining so I was happy. With the fun music of the Drop Kick Murphy's we started our race. Michele and I finished our first 5k in just under 30 minutes!

Elise was puzzled by the fact I wouldn't win. She told me "Mom don't be so hard on yourself you could win." Love my girls! I also want to thank my dear hubby for being so supportive.

Enjoy some of the pictures of the day. Most picture credits go to Michele's husband. She gives great directions.